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US used dioxin-laden oil for dust control in a town with 2,000 residents, only to spend $33.1 million for their relocation in order to protect their lives
The residents of Times Beach faced a critical situation when dioxin contamination was discovered, leading to their permanent relocation. Originally, this toxic substance was used on dirt roads for dust control during the 1970s. A devastating flood in 1982 heightened the community's concerns about contamination. To address the issue, an incinerator was constructed to manage over 265,000 tons of polluted materials.
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